The countdown is on. Grand Theft Auto VI lands on 19 November 2026, and it's set to be the biggest game launch in history. Whether you're desperate to explore Vice City on day one or just want to lock in the kit before prices climb again (Xbox consoles jumped in price in August 2026), this is your one-stop guide to the best GTA 6 deals for students. There's no student discount on the game's price itself (more on that below), so the smart money goes on the console, the bundle and the gaming gear around it, all through brands you'll find on Student Beans.
We update this guide every week with the latest console prices and student-exclusive offers, so bookmark it and check back before you buy. Want deals in your pocket? Download the Student Beans app to follow your favourite gaming brands and get alerts the moment a new offer drops. On the hunt for more free and discounted games while you wait? We've rounded those up too.
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The best GTA 6 console deals (PS5 and Xbox)
GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S only; there's no PC version at launch, so if you're not already set up, the console is the big one to sort. It's also where a student discount saves you the most, thanks to buy-now-pay-later options, launch-day delivery perks and console bundles. Here's where to buy each console and the Student Beans offer that comes with it.
Where to buy PlayStation 5
The PS5 is available in 3 options: the Digital Edition Slim (£519.99) for the lowest-priced PS5 if you're happy going download-only, the Slim (Disc) (£569.99) if you want to play discs and grab cheaper physical copies of GTA 6, and the PS5 Pro (the flagship, priciest model) for the sharpest 4K performance if budget allows. Sony put all PS5 prices up in 2026, so if you want a PlayStation it's worth buying sooner rather than later. Whichever you pick, the DualSense controller's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers are made for a world as detailed as Vice City.
Where to buy | Perks | Price* | With trade-in* | Redeem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Currys | flexpay buy-now-pay-later + up to two months of Apple Music + free order & collect | |||
Very | Spread the cost with flexible payment + free next day Click & Collect | Not available | ||
Amazon | Six months free Prime, then 50% off + fast, free launch-day delivery | Gift-card credit | ||
GAME | Up to 90% off the sale + 2.5% off a gift card and trade-ins |
*Price = standard cost before trade-in (PS5 Digital Edition £519.99; disc £569.99; Pro higher). With trade-in = example after trading a working previous-gen console (e.g. a PS4)
Where to buy Xbox Series X|S
Xbox keeps it simple with two models. The Series S (£429.99 for the 512GB, £519.99 for the 1TB) is the smaller, digital-only Xbox — and at £429.99 the 512GB is the cheapest next-gen console you can buy, undercutting every PS5. The Series X (from £619.99) is the powerhouse with true 4K and a disc option, and it plays thousands of older titles thanks to Xbox's strong backwards compatibility. Xbox prices rose on 1 August 2026, but Game Pass still gives you a huge library for a monthly fee to tide you over until launch.
Where to buy | perks | Price* | With trade-in* | Redeem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Currys | flexpay buy-now-pay-later + up to two months of Apple Music + free order & collect | |||
Very | Spread the cost with flexible payment + free next day Click & Collect | Not available | ||
Amazon | Six months free Prime, then 50% off + fast, free launch-day delivery | Gift-card credit |
*Price = standard cost before trade-in (Xbox Series S 512GB £429.99; 1TB £519.99; Series X from £619.99). With trade-in = example after trading a working previous-gen console
PS5 or Xbox: which console should you buy?
Both will play GTA 6 beautifully on day one, so it really comes down to how you like to game. Here's the quick pros and cons for students.
PlayStation 5 | Xbox Series X|S | |
|---|---|---|
Best for | Immersive single-player and PlayStation exclusives | The cheapest way into next-gen, plus Game Pass value |
Pros | DualSense haptics and adaptive triggers; strong exclusive line-up; Disc, Digital and Pro options | Series S 512GB is the cheapest next-gen console (£429.99); Game Pass value; excellent backwards compatibility; custom Design Lab controllers |
Cons | All models rose in price in 2026; the Digital is £519.99, pricier than the entry Series S; the Pro is a big spend | Prices rose in August 2026; fewer big exclusives; Series S is digital-only with less storage |
Student pick | Digital Edition if you want PlayStation exclusives | Series S 512GB for the lowest entry price of any next-gen console |
Playing on a TV rather than a monitor? Our guide to the best 4K 120Hz TVs for gaming will help you get the most out of either console.
The best GTA 6 game and pre-order deals
GTA 6 costs £69.99 (Standard) or £89.99 (Ultimate), and because it's a brand-new release that price is fixed everywhere for now and there's genuinely no student discount on the game itself. Pre-order either edition and you'll get the Vintage Vice City Pack plus one month of GTA+. Here's where to lock in your copy, and how to save on games to keep you busy until November.
Where to buy | PERKS | Price | Redeem |
|---|---|---|---|
GAME | 2 for £30 on selected PS5 and Xbox games + 3 for 2 pre-owned + 2.5% off a gift card | ||
Very | Up to 72% off gaming & DVDs to bundle extra titles + flexible payment | ||
Amazon | Six months free Prime then 50% off — free launch-day delivery to your door | ||
PlayStation Store | Up to 75% off the sale + free-to-play games and 4% off a PlayStation gift card |
GAME's multi-buy offers and the PlayStation Store sale are perfect for building a backlog, and Amazon Prime keeps you sorted for more to watch, read and listen to during the countdown.
Best accessories and kit for your GTA 6 setup
Game and console sorted? A few upgrades will make Vice City look and feel that much better — and there's a student deal on each.
Product | Brand | Student Beans perk | Redeem |
|---|---|---|---|
Custom controller | Xbox | 10% off Xbox Design Lab controllers — build a pad in your own colours | |
Gaming monitor | Samsung | Up to 30% off the Odyssey OLED gaming monitor for a razor-sharp picture | |
Gaming gear | Logitech G | 20% off selected products — headsets, mice and more | |
Audio | Bose | £25 off orders over £100 for immersive sound |
Kitting out a whole desk setup? It's worth checking our pick of the best places to buy a laptop and browsing all gaming student discounts for the latest drops.
How much is GTA 6 and when does it come out?
GTA 6 releases on 19 November 2026 for PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. In the UK the Standard Edition is £69.99 and the Ultimate Edition is £89.99, with pre-orders having opened on 25 June 2026. Both editions include the Vintage Vice City Pack and one month of GTA+ when you pre-order. There's no confirmed PC version at launch, so console is the only way to play on day one.
GTA 6 deals FAQs
Is there a student discount on GTA 6?
Not on the game's price — as a brand-new release, GTA 6 is a fixed £69.99 (Standard) or £89.99 (Ultimate) everywhere. The savings come from buying at a Student Beans brand: spread the cost on the console with flexpay, grab free launch-day delivery with Amazon Prime, and save on games and accessories around it.
What's the cheapest way to play GTA 6?
Since Xbox's August price rise, the most affordable routes are a PS5 Digital Edition Slim or an Xbox Series S 512GB — both around £429.99 — and going digital means you download the game rather than paying for a disc drive. If you'd rather own discs and buy cheaper physical copies, a PS5 Slim (Disc) paired with GAME's multi-buy deals is the smarter shout.
Can I pre-order GTA 6 with a student account?
Yes. Pre-order at GAME, Very, Amazon or the PlayStation Store, all of which sit on Student Beans, and you'll get the pre-order bonuses plus the student perks each retailer offers, like flexible payment or free delivery.
Do I need a PS5 or Xbox to play GTA 6?
For now, yes — GTA 6 launches on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S with no PC version confirmed at launch. Both consoles run the game at launch, so pick the one that suits your budget and the games you love.
How to redeem your student discount
Download the Student Beans app to follow gaming brands, get daily deal alerts and unlock app-exclusive offers — so you'll be first to know when a new GTA 6 deal lands. Check back weekly, because we keep this guide updated with the latest prices right up to launch day.
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